In Italy, a healthcare worker rolled down the rocks during a mountain rescue operation.

In Italy, a healthcare worker rolled down the rocks during a mountain rescue operation.

26.08.2026 21:40

During a rescue operation for a 25-year-old climber who fell while climbing in Italy's Dolomites, a healthcare worker lost their balance and tumbled several meters after the stretcher slipped. It was reported that the injured doctor and the climber are not in life-threatening condition.

A healthcare worker from an emergency team dispatched to rescue a climber who fell during a climb in Italy's Dolomites lost their balance and tumbled down the rocks during the rescue operation.

ROLLED SEVERAL METERS DURING RESCUE OPERATION

Footage has emerged of terrifying moments during the operation of emergency teams dispatched on August 22 in Italy to assist a 25-year-old climber who fell while climbing. During the rescue operation carried out in the Falzarego Towers area of the Dolomites, a healthcare worker lost their balance after the stretcher slipped and rolled down the rocky slopes.

TERRIFYING MOMENTS CAUGHT ON CAMERA

In the footage, as two rescue workers were placing the injured climber onto the stretcher, the stretcher suddenly slipped, and the healthcare worker rolled several meters down the rocky ground along with it. Small and medium-sized stones were also seen tumbling behind the doctor.

Both the injured climber and the doctor injured in the accident were treated at the scene. It was reported that the condition of both individuals was not life-threatening.

In order to provide you with a better service, we position cookies on our site. Your personal data is collected and processed within the scope of KVKK and GDPR. For detailed information, you can review our Data Policy / Disclosure Text. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies.', '